9 Best Walking Shoes For Women That Are Cute Enough To Wear Anytime

Need a pair of supportive kicks to help you through power walks, sightseeing jaunts, and errands around town? You don't have to sacrifice your fashion sense. While "walking shoes" might conjure up memories of the super clunky, blinding white sneakers that your mom wore a few decades ago, today's options are much more stylish. Whether you prefer something sporty, streamlined, subdued, or colorful, one of the follow pairs is sure to provide the perfect fit. (Break in your new shoes and fire up your weight loss with Prevention's all-new walking program, Walk Your Way To Better Health!)

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After your walk, do this stretch (your legs will thank you):

New Balance 1865

New Balance

If you would walk 500 miles (or at least a handful of miles), keep your feet comfy in these extra-cushioned sneakers. A flattering silhouette and trendy design steal the spotlight so your eye isn't drawn to the chunkier sections that conceal its supportive structure. $130; amazon.com

Sketchers GoWalk 4 All Day Comfort

Sketchers

You don't know comfort until you slip your feet into these. With an insole made from yoga mat material, responsive cushioning in the midsole that moves and molds to your foot, and a super soft, heathered knit mesh upper, you may never take these shoes off. $65; amazon.com (If you're looking for more sneaker tips, follow this smart buying guide.)

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Athletic Propulsion Labs Women's TechLoom Pro

Athletic Propulsion Labs

​While this sleek shoe was built for running, it's a perfect walking shoe as well. (Train for your first 5K with this free walking plan.) Both the midsole and outsole are made of the company's patented Propelium material, which provides cushioning and support while maximizing the amount of energy generated with each step. Translation: You'll feel fresher on your feet for longer. $165; athleticpropulsionlabs.com

Ryka Women's Devotion Plus 2 Medium/Wide Walking Shoe

Ryka

Your feet won't get too sweaty in these, thanks to the breathable mesh upper. And if you happen to have chubbier toes, you'll appreciate the wide toe box, which never leaves a single piggy feeling cramped or squished. $80; ryka.com

Merrell Women's Duskair Moc Smooth

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Merrell

Perfect for travel or just bumming around town, these lightweight mocs have added cushioning in the heel to help absorb shock and increase stability. An elastic upper makes slipping them on and off easy, while the grippy outsole helps you keep your grip on the ground. $80; amazon.com

Brooks Women's Launch 4

Brooks

An extra layer of rubber in the toe will add a little more pep to your step. Its U-groove heel cup, which holds your foot in place, and a 3D-printed upper make for a more personalized fit, too. $100; amazon.com

Vionic Darcy Slip-On Sneaker

Vionic

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Glide your tootsies into these slip-ons and adjust the strap for a unique, secure fit. The podiatrist-designed insoles provide comfortable support, but they're removable so you have the option of inserting your own custom pair. $120; amazon.com (If you experience foot pain, make sure you do these 6 exercises.)

Reebok Women's Cloudride LS DMX

reebok

It gets its name for a reason: You'll feel like you're walking on clouds. This shoe is designed to let air in with every step, and that air is then used as cushioning underfoot, along with a form-fitting sock liner. Plus, the ripstop mesh upper can withstand a beating. $80; amazon.com

Asics Metrolyte

Asics

Weighing in at just under 5 ounces, this shoe, which comes in a slip-on option, has a memory foam sock liner that molds to your foot and a shaped arch that provides ample support without added weight. $70; amazon.com

Amy SchlingerAmy Schlinger is a skilled health and fitness writer and editor based in New York City.

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